What are the responsibilities and job description for the Agency Sales Representative position at Colonial Life?
Company Description
Colonial Life & Accident Insurance Company, a subsidiary of Unum Group, specializes in providing financial protection benefits to workers and their families during unexpected events. With a range of workplace benefits such as disability, life, accident, and critical illness insurance, Colonial Life serves more than 87,000 businesses and 4 million workers. The company is renowned for its innovative enrollment technology, benefit services, and educational tools. In 2022, Colonial Life paid over $700 million in benefits to policyholders.
Role Description
This is a contract, hybrid-based role as an Agency Sales Representative located in Metairie, LA, with the option to work remotely part-time. The Agency Sales Representative will be responsible for building and maintaining client relationships, presenting and selling insurance products to prospective clients, supporting business growth, and meeting sales targets. Key responsibilities include prospecting potential clients, delivering compelling product presentations, managing client accounts, and collaborating with internal teams for effective deployment of enrollment solutions.
Qualifications
- Proven sales skills, including prospecting, lead generation, and closing deals
- Experience in delivering clear and engaging product presentations
- Strong relationship management and customer service skills
- Proficiency in time management, organization, and multitasking
- Ability to work within a hybrid work environment combining in-office and remote work
- Self-motivation and ability to take initiative in a dynamic sales environment
- Experience in the insurance industry is a plus but not required
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field is preferred